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PHY 104 Atomic Structures Objective Question

Question

Which of the following is a property of cathode rays?
Options
A They are positively charged.
B They travel in curved paths.
C They ionise the gas inside the tube.
Correct Answer
D They can only be generated in a high vacuum.
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The properties of cathode rays listed include: 'they are negatively charged', 'they travel in a straight route', and 'they ionise the gas inside the tube'.

Hint

Recall the characteristics listed for cathode rays, particularly their interaction with gas molecules.

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